Welcome to The Master’s Tax & Financial Services
Our website is an information resource designed to help you learn more about personal finance. We believe that good financial decisions don’t have to be confusing. Our hope is that this website will assist you in learning more about tax issues, investing, retirement, insurance, preparing financially for college, estate planning, and wealth preservation.
As in other areas of life, each of us will be more successful in our financial matters if we hold to a clear objective and make decisions in alignment with our objective. Janelle and Richard are prepared to assist you to:
- Clarify and define your goals
- Identify solutions that fit your needs
- File complete and accurate tax returns taking your best elections
- Plan for future tax events in order to minimize taxes
- Understand how changing financial conditions affect you
- Track your financial progress
- Make investment planning easier (Richard)
Through years of disciplined saving Richard was able to retire from his engineering work early in 2013 at the age of 58. Retirement not only allows more time for grandchildren, but more time for this business. Whatever your future financial goals are - retirement, helping fund college for children or grandchildren, or others - Richard is prepared to help.
No one likes to see a letter from the IRS or state tax or revenue authority, but both Janelle and Richard have taken advanced course work on helping people work through these situations. Both are licensed to represent taxpayers before the IRS.
We are open year-round. During the summer we are often out for a week or so for specialized Continuing Professional Education (CPE) or vacation with grandchildren. But we stay in touch and can help you address your concerns.
Please browse our site. It will not only introduce you to our company philosophy and services, but it will also offer a wealth of educational materials, articles, newsletters, calculators, and other tools — all designed to keep you up-to-date on financial issues, strategies, and trends. This educational material is updated frequently.
Helpful Content
You May Need to Make Estimated Tax Payments If…
Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.
A Path to Serenity and Smart Money Choices
An article about meditation, mindfulness, and financial well-being.
Errors and Omissions Insurance
E&O insurance is specifically designed to protect you, or your company, from the risk of a client’s dissatisfaction.
Understanding Extended Care
Understanding the types of extended care services—and what those services could cost—may be critical.
Financially Savvy at Six Figures
Help your clients with these practical steps to make the most of their six-figure income.
Understanding Marginal Income Tax Brackets
An inside look at how marginal income tax brackets work.
Risk Perspective
Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.
Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices?
Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.
Retirement Income and the Traditional Portfolio
Experiencing negative returns early in retirement can potentially undermine the sustainability of your assets.
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Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?
Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Wild West of Data Theft
Learn about cyber liability insurance in this entertaining video.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
Preparation is the Key to Retirement
The simplest ideas can sometimes make a massive difference over time. Enjoy this brief video to learn more.